A CD printer lets you print anything you want directly on a CD. It gives a professional look to the whole process. A CD printer also prints on DVDs. A CD printer can print graphics, logos, text and photographs.

There are various type of CD printers available in the market--manual, automated and integrated CD printers. There are thermal printers and ink-jet printers in this category of products. If you want to produce a large number of discs, automated printers can be less time-consuming.

Your choice of a CD printer could depend on the type of printing you are looking for. The prices of CD printers also vary accordingly.

Before buying a CD printer, there are certain factors to consider. These factors include the warranty on the product, the possibility of extending this warranty, the cost of ink cartridges and the availability of technical support after purchasing the printer.

The list of companies producing CD printers is long and grows longer all the time, so there is a lot to choose from.

The technology of CD printers is continuously being upgraded. New products with additional features are launched regularly. One can also get a secondhand CD printer at a much lower price than a new one. You can get one on most auction sites. Some CD printers have waterproof printing as a feature. A CD printer is a must-have item if one wants to duplicate discs for data, video, audio or software. A CD printer can be integrated with a duplicator, providing complete publishing experience.